In this episode of Silicon Dreams, host R.J. Sonia sits down with David Goldsmith, global strategist, author of Paid to Think, and founder of Project Moonhut. With experience in over 50 countries and founding more than 20 businesses, David shares his visionary plan to reshape life on Earth by leveraging space innovation.

From the concept of “mirth” (moon + Earth) to tackling six global mega challenges—climate change, mass extinction, ecosystem collapse, displacement, unrest, and explosive impacts—David explains how Project Moonhut is a 40-year roadmap to redefine how humanity collaborates, innovates, and thrives.

Tune in to discover how thinking beyond our planet could be the key to solving Earth’s most urgent problems.

On this episode of Silicon Dreams, host Preethy Padmanabhan sits down with Elena Elkina, Partner at Aleada Consulting and an expert in Privacy & Data Protection, to explore “The First 90 Days” by Michael Watkins. A powerful guide for leaders, this book outlines how to navigate transitions and set the stage for long-term success.

Elena shares how these strategies helped her achieve early wins, align with stakeholders, build strong teams, and avoid common pitfalls when stepping into a new role. Drawing from her own leadership journey, she offers practical advice on thriving in those critical first three months.

If you’re starting a new role, leading a big project, or simply aiming to accelerate your impact, this conversation is packed with actionable insights to help you make your first 90 days count.

In this action-packed episode of Silicon Dreams, host Tejaswini Satish sits down with Faizy Ahmed, founder of Astronova, a pioneering Web3 gaming platform. Faizi shares his journey from crypto mining and trading to building a global gaming powerhouse with AAA talent behind the scenes. Dive into the challenges and breakthroughs of transitioning from Web2 to Web3 gaming, the explosive growth of Astronova’s community, and how user-driven content and feedback shape their development roadmap.

Learn about the live gameplay tests, AI-powered innovations, the upcoming token launch, and how Astronova is redefining ownership, engagement, and sustainability in blockchain gaming. Whether you're a gamer, builder, or Web3 enthusiast, this episode offers a glimpse into the future of immersive digital worlds.

In this episode of Silicon Dreams, host Tejaswini Satish speaks with Rob Whitehead, Co-founder of Improbable and Chief Product Officer at MSquared, about the bold future of interoperable metaverses and immersive digital experiences. Rob shares his journey from early experiments in Second Life to building groundbreaking virtual platforms like Morpheus, capable of hosting 20,000+ users in real time.

They discuss the future of the metaverse, innovations in distributed systems, the launch of SOMNIA—Improbable’s high-performance blockchain—and the powerful role of generative AI in shaping next-gen digital worlds. From K-pop concerts to interoperable economies, this episode explores how Rob and Improbable are pioneering the next chapter of digital interaction.

Welcome to Silicon Dreams! This week, co-host Preethy Padmanabhan sits down with entrepreneur, investor, and Blitzscaling co-author Chris Yeh for a deep dive into the high-speed strategies that powered companies like Airbnb, LinkedIn, and Zara to global success.

Chris unpacks the bold, sometimes chaotic approach of Blitzscaling—a method where speed trumps efficiency, and calculated risk is the path to exponential growth. With decades of experience mentoring startups and teaching at Stanford, he brings powerful insights, real-world stories, and practical advice for founders and leaders chasing ambitious growth.

Tune in to learn how to scale smart, lead boldly, and move fast without losing focus.

In this episode of Silicon Dreams, we dive into the world of gaming, the metaverse, and creator economies with Sebastien Borget, Co-founder and COO of The Sandbox. Live from Token 2049, Sebastien shares the origin story of The Sandbox, its evolution from a mobile game to a Web3-powered virtual world, and how it empowers millions of users to create, own, and monetize their content. He discusses the impact of NFTs, the significance of user-generated experiences, and the rise of SAND as a utility token. Tune in to hear how The Sandbox is building a truly decentralized metaverse—where creators, brands, and communities grow together.

In this episode of Silicon Dreams on Radio Zindagi, host Sharlaine sits down with Rachel Soh, financial planner and Web3 marketing strategist, to explore her journey from traditional finance to the fast-paced world of blockchain. Rachel shares insights on transitioning into crypto, demystifies tokenization and real-world asset trading, and discusses her work with Denarii and SolidValet. The conversation dives into regulatory challenges, the future of decentralized exchanges, and the growing synergy between Web3 and AI. Plus, Rachel reflects on empowering women in tech and the vital role of real-world networking in Web3 adoption. A must-listen for anyone curious about the evolving digital economy.

In this episode of Silicon Dreams on Radio Zindagi, host R.J. Sonia speaks with Kamal Ahluwalia, President of Ikigai Labs, about the transformative power of artificial intelligence. From his early days at Apple and startup ventures to building enterprise AI tools at Ikigai, Kamal shares deep insights on navigating the AI boom responsibly. He discusses the need for education, ethical frameworks, and leadership accountability as AI reshapes industries. Tune in to explore real-world AI applications, the future of work, and how we can ensure inclusive growth in this era of intelligent machines.